For the first Sunday of Advent, a tree is decorated with ornaments requesting parishioners to purchase gift cards for fast food restaurants, grocery stores, clothing stores, gas station ns, etc. The cards help meet the immediate needs of people who come to the door on a daily basis, seeking help throughout the year.

In 2015 we collected $3110 in gift cards for grocery stores, fast food restaurants and general merchandise stores. The cards are used for the homeless and for those people seeking emergency aid (diapers, shoes/clothing for kids, etc.)